In 1965 First Baptist Church in Batesville AR had a heart to reach those without the Gospel in the community of Southside and so they planted Emmanuel Baptist Church. Since that day Emmanuel has continued to be a place where Jesus is lifted up and the Gospel is proclaimed! There have been many changes since 1965 and there will be many more in the future as we seek ways to reach the men, women, boys, and girls in Southside and the area with the Gospel of Jesus Christ!